PocketWizard FlexTT5 Transceiver Radio Slave for Nikon i-TTL Flash System with On-Camera Hot Shoe, 32 Channels, Multi-Zone

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LEONARD B : Is the Flex TT5 compatible with the Z7 nikon?FREDERICK D : I have been using the Flex TT5 units with the Nikon Z6 and Z7 without a hitch. I put the Mini TT1 on camera and the AC3 on that. The exposures are spot on and the units perform as they do with my other Nikon bodies. BUT, I do notice TTL problems when not using one of the Z-Lenses. If I use the adapter and put an older lens on, there are variables in exposure so you have to go to manual and use a flash-meter. WITH the Z-series lenses, TTL works perfectly and you can use high speed sync. With the lens adapter and an older F-mount lens, you cannot use High Speed sync so you are shooting at 1/200 of a second or slower. I'm sure they will upgrade their firmware but for now, those are the limitations.JALIYE K : I do not know as I do not own a Nikon Z7.ANDREW R : PocketWizard does not include any of the Z series cameras on their compatibility chart at this time.
Max C : Is TT5 and/or TT1 will be compatible with 6D anytime soon? I would like to use it on a alienbees 1600 strobe for outdoor shoot.Nelson U : subscribe to the pocketwizard website's newsletter, or write to the their support department.PATRICK G : If you have the TT55 [Pocket Wizard] utility software,, open it up and update your software. If the 6D is covered in the update, then there will be no problem. You could also pose this question on the Pocket Wizard site as well.RAYMOND M : If you have a Canon 6d, you need the Pocketwizard TT5 and TT1 components specific to the Canon camera product line. In addition, you will need the AC9 Alienbees adapter to allow control of your Alienbees strobe using the Pocketwizards features. Take a look at the Pocketwizard's web page for compatibility information and guide... I'm not able to include links on this post. Please go to the Pocketwizard website >> Products >> Radios and Accessories. Select the links for the following; Flextt5-Canon, MiniTT5-Canon and AC9 Alienbees Adapter. Good Luck!
Shopper : If i put a Nikon flash (ie.SB-900) on the MiniTT1,can i still fire my remote flash (manual settings) on TT5s and still have my on-camera flash firing on TTL?PETER C : Yes, you should be able to. Just make sure your remote flash units are set to "Manual" mode. In that case, the TT5 just acts as a dumb trigger, with no TTL input.DREW B : Yes you can. You can mix and match the flash settings and they still fire. Sometimes you get weird results because the TTL flash is trying to light the whole scene. This works great is you need a flash for effect like a hair light or color in the back and you want it to be low level. CINDY S : Yes, if you change the group. All flashes in a group are set to the same mode. But you can set different modes for flashes in a different group. Set your on-camera flash to one group, and your remote to another group. The PocketWizard will allow you to do anything that the Nikon Creative Lighting System does. The only difference is Pocketwizards communicate by radio, while your camera and flashes otherwise automatically communicate by line-of-sight infra red. The TT5 is not just a radio trigger. It transmits your flash settings to the TT1.RAYMOND M : Yes... Setting the remote flash to manual and OCF to TTL can still be achieved. Set the on-camera SB-900 to "Master". This will display the groups (on-camera, A, B and C) on the back of the flash's display. Turn on your remote Nikon flash, set it to "On", select group A or B or C on the remote Flex-TT5, then select either C1 or C2 depending on what predetermined channel you decided for both mini and flex. Consult your manual for additional info.. These basic steps will get you where you want to go but I encourage you to get familiar with the nuances of the user interface and settings of both the mini and flex. Personally, I'm starting to use manual settings on the OCF for better results especially in mixed lighting conditions. Good Luck!STEVEN S : Good question. Have you tried this? I don't know why it would not work.RONALD W : Yes. I have a sb900 on TTL and on top of my mini and fire my sb800 /flex on manual. You need to set the sb900 on master where you set it as ttl and then sb800 on channel A (for example) and the mode is manual. Works great!THOMAS G : Yes you can. If the remote flash is a full manual flash anyway, it will just be triggered. If your remote flash is a Nikon CLS compatible flash, you need to set it to regular TTL mode (NOT remote) and your on-camera flash will be the Master just as it would be in a optical CLS scenario.

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2020-06-03T11:32:38

Rated 4 out of 5

Flex tt5 Pocket wizard review

excelleny off camera and away from the unit power control. They are pricey but the away from the unit power corrections is an excellent feature and is cross compatible with ab=ny ones flashes that has a synch port

ROBERT T.

2018-10-23T04:27:28

Rated 5 out of 5

Great when used with AC3 Controller

The Pocket Wizard Flex TT5 pairs well with the AC3 controller to provide consistent triggering with remote strobe control on compatible strobes. I highly recommend the PW Flex TT5 and have used it extensively with our Einstein strobes.

ROY H.

2016-09-12T13:25:12

Rated 5 out of 5

You can trust this product

I have used Pocket Wizards for several years. Pricey compared to competition ( that never existed when I started using PW). You can trust this product.

JIMMIE H.

2016-09-09T09:50:31

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent Product

I have used Pocket Wizards for several years. This purchase was for an additional flash I had purchased. Pocket Wizards are very reliable and have never failed me. I would recommend them for their reliability and consistency.

WILLIAM D.

2016-06-30T09:13:59

Rated 5 out of 5

Flawless Everytime

Pocket Wizards are known for their stability, strength and ability to always come through when you need them. The Flex/Mini Pocket Wizards for Nikon are no exception. They just simply work right out of the box.

Jerry J.

2016-06-01T19:21:43

Rated 4 out of 5

They are quality units. Nikon wireless system is to darn expensive....

I have a number of Pocket Wizards for remote flash and camera triggering. Got the Flex TT5 to allow high speed sync withNikon SB units. Have used the original Quantum unit and Phottix units I picked up in Hong Kong, but like my PW's the best. They are quality units. Nikon wireless system is to darn expensive....

Daniel S.

2016-05-02T13:43:32

Rated 5 out of 5

Another great trigger from Pocket Wizard

Great trigger, easy to use and set up. Works well with Nikon SB-700, SB-900 and SB-910 from my experience.

LLOYD T.

2016-04-15T08:23:11

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome Product!

Works well with my SB-910

Glenn L.

2016-04-12T16:58:21

Rated 5 out of 5

wireless at its best

Pocket wizard is the best device for synchronizing your flash devices anywhere , anytime.

AMIEL A.

2015-12-01T04:17:08

Rated 3 out of 5

Great with anything but 580EXII

If you use the 580 EXII flash then it's best to look elsewhere. RF emitted from these flashes destroys the transmitter signal and causes sporadic at best, with system failure a majority of the time. The patch is a hard shield (AC-7) and that kind of works but my experience is its not reliable when shots count. So many missed shots because of this! I consider Pocket Wizard a premium product and for the money, this system should be rock solid. Unfortunately, it's not with the 580 EXII. If you use other flashes I bet it works great with the only downfall having to change the settings on your computer. If that works for you, then this is an excellent solution. With a significant investment in Pocket Wizard, I am strongly considering selling all of it.

Evanchads

2015-07-22T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

my first one never failed so I got two more

used with 48" umbrella and nikon sb-800 speed lights can be used on auto or manual from the camera position no wires I have nothing negative to say about them

Kenneth M.

2014-08-20T21:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

Disappointed

I bought a used FlexTT5 from this site and I am extremely disappointed to find out it is a European Transceiver. I have a U.S. MiniTT1 Transmitter and they are on different frequencies. Thing is nowhere on the product page did it state that the FlexTT5 transceiver was a European model and used a different frequency, so now I'm out $150, stuck with a useless transceiver and I'm going to have to go shell out another $230 for the right model. At least I don't have an immediate need for it...

BrokenGlassPhotos

2014-05-26T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing Technology

I use Canon Speedlites for my location shoots. This and the MiniTT1 gives me more flexibility in arranging lighting and not dependent on a cable to take advantage of ENGLAND mode.

SMC J.

2014-04-21T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I need more!!

Setup a stand speedlight and umbrella and run with it. Can't work any better

BJ S.

2014-04-07T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Works perfect

This product works perfectly, it has made my life so much easier !

MICHELLE C.

2014-01-29T19:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

PocketWizard FlexTT5

I use this with my Nikon D7000 and SB900 and SB910 flashes. I am somewhat disappointed with the need to use a computer to change the channels as this creates a need to bring a computer with you on all assignments just in case you need to change the channel. Another dislike is the need to set the flash to standard dispersion which I typically don't use. Other than that the unit functions well. The software has a pretty good help screen, but can be somewhat confusing at first. Watching videos on usage definately helped.

KEVIN G.

2014-01-06T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Best value for your money

I love this product. I is very easy to use & reliable.

BUDI S.

2013-12-11T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

FlexTT5 For the Win!

I love that these units take double A batteries and not a special battery like the MiniTT1. The unit is reliable and easy to use. Makes my life easier being able to trigger without needing line of sight and opens the door to many more creative opportunities.

JESSE R.

2013-11-18T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

One word -Fantastic

For years I used line of site triggers for my flash. These transmitters have changed everything.

jk

2013-10-14T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Reliable off-camera flash radios

I like off camera flash but the Nikon i-TTL in the camera works some of the time. These simply work, every time. What more can you ask for? Dependable and versatile. And... they work with the older Pocket Wizards such as the Plus X.

DURWOOD B.

2013-06-17T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Creative tool!

This wizard gives me the option of creating images that are not possible on the hot shoe!

CHRIS A.

2013-06-11T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Wonderful Remote Off Camera Control

Offers great control of your off camera flashes with up to 3 zones of lighting setups and +-3 stops of lighting adjustment when coupled with a ACS controller.

MARK P.

2013-06-11T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

This is the 3rd one i have purchased

Getting the flash off the camera has never been so easy. Pretty much plug and play. I can fire three flash guns at once located in different areas. For me the setup for more complicated flash setting were a little confusing but the tech crew answers questions relatively fast.

STEVE C.

2013-06-10T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

PocketWizard Quality

Reliability you've come to expect from a PocketWizard. Got this along with the Mini TT1 to get the free AC3 controller via rebate. A week after sending the rebate in, the AC3 controller was at my house. Thanks PocketWizard!

ADAM P.

2013-05-23T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Trustworthy transceivers

I use two FlexTT5s and a receiver for my Einstein. They just don't miss a beat!

JARED Y.

2013-03-19T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Consistent, Convenient, Versatile

Very dependable and consistent output. Recently used them off camera for lighting a very large group of faculty members. Set the TT5 units up early on manual and locked down the exposures for the group. Two hours of shooting and each exposure was consistently spot on. In post production, each exposure was as tight as the one before. I was very pleased as I have not had great results with other off camera lighting control equipment. For TTL exposures on the fly, after the first "calibration" shot, they perform flawlessly with recovery rates that keep up with my SB-910 units. More than enough channel choices and very easy to adjust using the AC3 on camera with a camera mounted Flex TT5. I did notice that using the TT5 unit on the D700, access to the ISO button was somewhat obstructed... not a problem at all with the D3s or D4 bodies. Putting them around corners, behind furniture or even covered with light fabric, they fire first time everytime. I couldn't be more pleased. Updating firmware was easy and straight forward... no problems with all Nikon equipment and CLS components. SB-800, SB-900 and SB-910 equally workable. Used on the D-300, D-700, D3s and D4 with predictably consistent performance. Very Happy with them, dropped in today to add another unit.

FREDERICK D.

2013-03-18T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

PocketWizard FlexTT5

Many uses in an off camera flash situation

THOMAS F.

2013-01-21T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

i would buy this again

Awesome! Works everytime when used with the pocketwizard mini

BEVERLY B.

2013-01-01T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

pocket wizard flex tt5 and mini

I only got them a week ago, used them twice, so far I really like the ability to be off camera. They have worked real well with my Nikon d3. The only grip I have is the hot shoe is plastic, I wish it were made of metal. They appear to be worth the money.

WAYNE S.

2012-12-30T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Pocket Wizard Flex TT%

What I enjoy about using the Pocket Wizard Flex TT5 is the range it has for using off camera flash. It's perfect and very reliable. I use this combined with 32" umbrellas and the versatility is simply amazing. No need to worry about infared signals or cables or wires. The Wizards wireless features make the set up process very easy and quick. Your off camera capabilities and creativity are great with amazing results while firing off camera flash. Just set and shot! No more wondering if you're in range and the Hyper Synch Flash capabilities are awesome. Need to Flash at greater than 250/sec., then look no further than Pocket Wizard Flex TT5 system. You won't be disappointed for investing in Pocket Wizard Flex TT5!

Gabe

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PocketWizard FlexTT5 Specifications

  • TTL Compatible

    i-TTL

  • Number of Channels

    52 Channels over 26 Frequencies

  • Antenna

    2.8" (7.1cm) rubberized with 180½ swing

  • Maximum Range

    800' (240 m) for i-TTL triggering
    1200' (365 m) for standard triggering

  • Mounting

    Hot-shoe, 1/4"-20 socket, lanyard

  • Ports

    1/8" (3.5 mm) stereo miniphone (f/camera triggering)
    1/8" (3.5 mm) mono miniphone (flash operation)

  • Power Requirements

    2x AA batteries

  • Battery Life

    60 hours (flash)
    200 hours (camera "awake time")

  • Dimensions

    3.6 x 2.8 x 1.4" (9.2 x 7.1 x 3.6cm) LxWxH

  • Weight

    5.4 oz (153g) (w/o batteries)

  • Warranty

    PocketWizard 1 year limited warranty

  • UPC Code

    893577001552

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The answer is simple

By ALLEN S.

I was at an off camera flash class when the instructor was telling everyone that there was no need to spend the $ for pocket Wizard when I just happen to have a photo of a hummingbird I shot still in the camera. The photo was taken with the flash behind a tree 2 feet from the bird and I was 10 ft or better away from the subject. No blur in the wings at all everything in the photo was sharp as a tack at 1/4000 sec. f/7.1. His question to the STUDENT (that would be me) Was how did you do that.....

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Reliable off-camera flash radios

By DURWOOD B.

I like off camera flash but the Nikon i-TTL in the camera works some of the time. These simply work, every time. What more can you ask for? Dependable and versatile. And... they work with the older Pocket Wizards such as the Plus X.

The PocketWizard FleXTT5 Transceiver Radio Slave is part of an ultra-versatile radio slave system and is dedicated specifically to the Nikon i-TTL flash control system. It simply slides directly into the camera's hot shoe and there are no special settings to make or modes to call up. Use the camera, on-camera flash, or flash commander controls for flash compensation, zone and ratio control.

It supports single or multiple dedicated flash units. The FleXTT5 is the ideal addition to any Nikon i-TTL flash system. Since this system works on digital radio technology, it can support E-TTL operation up to an amazing 800', even around corners, out-of-sight, or in bright sunlight.

PocketWizard FlexTT5 Features

  • 2 Channel Settings + Learn Mode
  • Reverse Compatible
  • HyperSync & High-Speed Sync Technology
  • Built-in Hot Shoe
  • Camera/Flash Ports
  • Remote Camera Triggering/Relay Mode
  • Low-Profile Design
  • Configurable and Upgradeable

Product Documents

User Manual

Key Features

  • 2 Channel Settings + Learn Mode
  • Reverse Compatible
  • HyperSync & High-Speed Sync Technology
  • Built-in Hot Shoe
  • Camera/Flash Ports
  • Remote Camera Triggering/Relay Mode

What's in the box:

  • PocketWizard USB Mini Cable
  • 2 x AA Battery
  • PocketWizard Utility Software Disk
  • PocketWizard 1 Year Limited Warranty